(M): in the case of a vessel's change in heel (transverse) or change in trim (longitudinal), the virtual centre point from which the vessel with its centre of buoyancy (B) can be considered to rotate. (for initial angles of inclination only).
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AFT
Back of the vessel.
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ASTERN
A backward movement of a vessel
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ATHWARTSHIP
Across the ship, at right angles to the fore-and-aft centerline
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UPBOUND
A vessel traveling upstream.
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BEAM
The width of a ship. Also called breadth.
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BREADTH
The width of a ship.
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AFFREIGHTMENT
A hiring of a vessel
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CATAMARAN
A double hulled vessel
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COLLIER
Vessel used for transporting coal.
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COMBI
Vessel designed for a combination of passengers, and different types of cargo.
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